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Day of the Dead Invite Recipe
Paper Source…Card Fuchsia Cover Paper Fuchsia Text Paper Washi Tape VersaMark Watermark Ink Pad White Embossing Powder Embossing Heat Tool Primary Pastel Color Box Chalk Petal Point Inkpad Mini Mexican Skull Stencil Crystal Stickers Elements Recipe Tips Center stencil on Eco-White A7 flat card and... The post…
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Woven Paper Easter Greeting Recipe
Paper Source…A2 Eco-White Folded Card A2 Papaya Envelope Coral, Mint, Luxe Blush, and Poppy Papers Eco-White Cover Paper Happy Easter Rubber Stamp Coral Color Box Inkpad Real Estate Sign Paper Punch Clear Embossing Powder Heat Embossing Tool Foam Squares Small Glue Dots Recipe Tips Cut strips of paper measuring…
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Happy Birthday Camera Card Recipe
Paper Source…Envelope Black Cardstock Paper Cement, Gravel and Papaya Cardstock Paper Silver Uni Ball Pen Marquee Happy Birthday Stamp Camera Stamp Charcoal Color Box Chalk Inkpad 3D Foam Squares Recipe Tips Stamp images onto cover and use silver pen to add detail. Cut out shapes and adhere to card... The post…
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Chevron Birthday Party Invitation Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Slate Flat Card A2 Beet Envelope Pure White Text Paper Chevron Lines Stamp Heliotrope & Eggplant Color Box Inkpads Heat Embossing Tool Glitter Alphabet Stickers Recipe Tips Dab top of stamp with one color ink and the bottom with another to create ombre affect. Use heat tool to dry…
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Fox Card Recipe
Paper Source…Persimmon Envelope Chocolate Cover Paper Moss, Chartreuse & Superfine White Cover Papers 2 1/4″ Circle Punch Orange & Chestnut Color Box Inkpads Clear Embossing Powder Heat Embossing Tool Recipe Tips Use circle punch to create treetops and cut hills and trunks from paper. Stamp and…
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Valentine’s Day in the Classroom
Paper SourceThere’s nothing like the excitement of a Class Valentine’s Day Party in grade school… remember the thrill of going through your big box of cards and hoping for a special valentine from your crush? Make this Valentine’s Day extra-special by making homemade cards and crafts with your…
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Paper Source How-To: Nutcracker Stage
Paper Source…PDF Music Banner Nutcracker Kit Printer 8 1/2″ x 11″ Text Weight Paper in Superfine White Decorative Papers Patterned Shirt Gift Box Place Cards in various colors 1/4″ Satin Ribbon in various colors Christmas Washi Tape Set Christmas Tree A7 Shapes Adhesive Crystals Circle...…
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Star of David Hanukkah Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Peacock Folded Card Night Cover Paper A6 Night Envelope Versamark WaterMark, Midnight, Harbor, Robin’s Egg & Frost White Color Box Inkpads Chevron Lines, Star of David & Happy Hanukkah Rubber Stamps Silver & White Embossing Powders Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool…
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Photo Ornaments Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A6 Moss Folded Card A6 Red Envelopes Evergreen Color Box Inkpad Pine Branch with Berries Rubber Stamp Clear Embossing Powder Xmas Red Stickles Glitter Glue Silver Glitter Tape Foam Squares Small Glue Dots Red & White Baker’s Twine Chalkboard Holiday Greetings Circle Stickers…
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Holiday Bike Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Peacock Folded Card A2 Eco-White Flat Card Persimmon Cover A2 Clover Envelope Harbor, Grass & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Holiday Bike & Confetti Rubber Stamps Souffle, Uniball Silver Gel & Uniball Black Gel Pens Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Adhesive notes Recipe Tips Trim…
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Christmas Manger Scene Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Night Folded Card A2 Antique Gold Envelope VersaMark Watermark, Midnight, Harbor & Robin’s Egg Color Box Inkpads Manger, Greco Deco Merry Christmas & Small Solid Star Rubber Stamps Gold Embossing Powder Golden Rod Stickles Glitter Glue Foam Squares Embossing Heat Tool Recipe…
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Sock Monkey Santas Card Recipe
Paper SourceMaterials A2 Superfine Softwhite Folded Card A2 Persimmon Envelope Chestnut & Scarlet Color Box Inkpads Sock Monkey Rubber Stamp Prima Press Alphabet Rubber Stamps & Holder Clear Embossing Powder X-mas Red Stickles Glitter Glue Red Polka Dots Washi Tape Santa Hat Repeat Stickers Embossing…
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Love You Tiles Recipe
Paper Source…White Folded Card A2 Paper Bag Envelope Red & Paper Bag Cover Paper Red & White Baker’s Twine Letter Set Rubber Stamps Cranberry Color Box Ink Pad Red Uniball Pen Recipe Tips Cut several pieces of text paper bag for word game tile pieces. Using letter set and cranberry ink – stamp...…
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Fiesta Party Invitation Recipe
Paper Source…Envelope Persimmon, Fuchsia, Beet, Poppy, Curry & Peacock Text Paper Floral Lace Edge Punch Sombrero Stamp Maracas Stamp Wicked Black Color Box Dye Inkpad Golden Rod Stickles Silver Stickles True Blue Stickles 3D Foam Squares Black Pen Recipe Tips Punch different color papers using Floral…
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Mail Art Contest Winner
paper…through our first-ever Mail Art Contest. Participants were encouraged to create an original piece of correspondence using note cards, envelopes, box mailers and embellishments. After admiring several innovative submission, we proudly present to you the WINNING MAIL ART SUBMISSION:... The post Mail…
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Easy Thanksgiving Accent: Decorative Paper Place Settings
paper…idea a try! Materials: Text weight paper in Antique Brown Gold on Cream Mums Fine Paper (cut down to 8 1/2″ x 11 “) Goldrush Color Box Inkpad Queen’s Gold Embossing Powder Bon Appetit Rubber Stamp I Am Thankful Letterpress Cards... The post Easy Thanksgiving Accent: Decorative Paper…
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First birthday party invitations (no envelopes required)
paper…one, I knew I wanted to do something extra special for her first birthday party invitations…and I knew it must incorporate our fantastic box mailers. Inspired by the tiny paper pinwheels featured at our recent office baby shower, I created these pretty in pink party invites. A simple...…
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How-to: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie Notes
Meg Kowieski…dapper do for this Father’s Day card. It’s the perfect way to put a smile on his face! Feeling extra crafty? Try creating yours from a box mailer. Materials Needed: Father’s Day Nifty Necktie How-to PDF Fill-in Notes Printable PDF A2... The post How-to: Father’s Day Nifty…
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How-to: Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card
Meg Kowieski…Cards • Pumpkin Shapes Pack • Black Cover Paper • Curry Cover Paper • Eco-White Cover Paper • Fuchsia Cover Paper • Poppy Cover Paper • Happy Halloween Rubber Stamp • Wicked Black Color Box Ink Pad... The post How-to: Happy Jack & Spooky Cat Halloween Card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Handmade Gifts (with PS crafting tips)
paper…my favorite time of year to be more creative with my handmade gifts… let’s face it, handmade gifts are just the best! Being an avid bookbinder and box maker, I get dreamy eyed thinking about how I will invent something fun using our bookbinding kits. Oh, and can... The post Handmade Gifts (with PS…
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How-to: foxy valentine favors
Meg KowieskiThis pocketbook favor box has been totally disguised as a fox – perfectly festive for your Foxy Valentine! This is a super easy Valentine craft – just use our How To PDF to trace and cut a few simple paper shapes. Fill with Valentine goodies, or give as Valentine cards (sure to…
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Buyer’s faves for back to school — Gretchen
paper…makes me think of back to school time. I still remember being 7 or 8 and getting my new school shoes in early August and letting them sit in their box in my closet until I got to wear them on... The post Buyer’s faves for back to school — Gretchen appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Guest blogger: Maria Kanakis
paper…few months ago, I was on a search to find boxes to package my handmade stationery. I searched high and low, but boxes just didn’t seem to come in the size I wanted. I was so desperate that I came close to paying a ridiculous price to have some boxes shipped from Asia, but... The post Guest blogger:…
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How-to: halloween mummy party favors
Meg KowieskiI’m always challenging myself to find new ways to customize our favor boxes – they’re wonderful for so many occasions. Experimenting with our pillow favor box, I discovered that our ivory linen bookcloth worked perfectly for creating a Halloween mummy party favor. I love the color…
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Meet the Maker: Quilling Card
Paper Source… The makers at Quilling Card have taken a centuries-old art form and crafted it into beautiful and modern greeting cards along with gift items such as art pieces, jewelry, music boxes and DIY kits. Led by a powerful... The post Meet the Maker: Quilling Card appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Covered Frames Recipe
Paper SourcePaper Covered Frames Materials: Decorative Paper Craft Boxes Scissors Soft Grip Knife PVA Glue Paste Brush or Foam Brush Step-by-Step On a sheet of scrap paper, place a sheet of decorative paper face down, and place the frame (glass and backing removed) on top of the paper. Trim the decorative paper…
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Decking the halls and the tree
paperFrom road trips to nurseries to unpacking boxes labeled HOLIDAY DECORATIONS, it seems everyone is ready to deck the halls. And, in many cases, the holiday tree is one of the highest priorities. (Runner up to outdoor lights, for those who brave the conditions for sparkling eaves.) Personally, my…
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Easy decorative sashes
paper…into your wedding suite with the subtle punch of a paper sash. Decorative sashes are an easy way to decorate wedding invitations, programs, favor boxes and more. Here is our simple DIY formula: Object width x 2 + 1” = sash length Example: If you’re using half of an... The post Easy decorative sashes…
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Holiday “Wrapture” – Its all about your style!
paper…a bit of gift wrapping competition around our house at the holidays. My sister-in-laws each have their edge; Lisa is fantastic at turning ordinary boxes into something really special with glitter paper and complementary ornaments while Lynda manages to take her bows to the new heights with her use…
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How-to: E-Z gift wrap
Meg KowieskiWhether it’s a nibble or a necklace, finish off your handmade holiday with my e-z wrap how-to! Top off Square Favor Boxes with pieces of your favorite decorative paper and simply finish with a tag stamped with our “Handmade by” rubber stamp. Handmade through and through will make…
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How-to: thanksgiving turkey party favors
Meg KowieskiWe’ve turned our Pocketbook Favor Boxes into just about every kind of animal, so we knew we had to try a turkey for a fun Thanksgiving party favor! With just paper, labels, and tape or glue, these favors are super easy to put together. If you’re having little ones over to your house this…
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Idea: decorated brownie tray
paperInvited to a summer BBQ recently, I tried this fun decorative idea to transport my go-to homemade brownies (a jazzed up version of the boxed kind that could fool anyone). While I like to use something inexpensive that I can leave behind, those disposable aluminum trays kind of kill the presentation.…
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Chicagoland inspiration: Crafts for Halloween
paper…our stores), like the spooktacular crafts created by two of our Chicagoland locations. Our Naperville store created and easy-to-make Frankenstein Favor Box. What did they use? Only our Chartreuse take out... The post Chicagoland inspiration: Crafts for Halloween appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Personalized Invitations with Santana Row and “Home with Lisa Quinn”
paper…Quinn,” demonstrating three great party invitation ideas! Have a look at the simple projects she shared using our cards, rubber stamps, favor boxes, and table tents: Makes you want to host a fun party, doesn’t... The post Personalized Invitations with Santana Row and “Home with Lisa…
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Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery
paper…Night Out”! You told us you wanted more stationery, more rubber stamping, plus new cool and unusual ideas to take you outside the proverbial creative box! Our upcoming Girl’s Night Out “Sassy Personal Stationery” is... The post Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery appeared first on Paper…
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Fresh spring party favors
paper…also wedding favors or baby shower favors). I picked out these sweet mini grape hyacinths at the market and set them into our recycled takeout boxes, lined with a simple wax paper to prevent moisture from showing. An unexpected gift for... The post Fresh spring party favors appeared first on Paper…
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Fresh spring party favors
paper…also wedding favors or baby shower favors). I picked out these sweet mini grape hyacinths at the market and set them into our recycled takeout boxes, lined with a simple wax paper to prevent moisture from showing. An unexpected gift for... The post Fresh spring party favors appeared first on Paper…
